Simon Francis Email & Phone Number

South Australia

I work as part of a team responsible for on-site servicing, repair and maintenance of heavy earthmoving and mining equipment at the BHP, Olympic Dam Mining Site. Operating on a Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO) roster, I am part of the maintenance crew, following the directives from managers and supervisors, while also demonstrating autonomy and independent maintenance projects within the team.My expertise includes general maintenance, addressing breakdowns, executing component changeouts and performing routine servicing of heavy, diesel equipment. Leveraging my experience with BHP, particularly with CAT2900 and 3000 underground loaders and Epiroc MT65 haul trucks, I bring valuable insights to diagnostics, fault-finding, preventative maintenance, repair processes and general servicing.My focus on safety ensures tasks are executed efficiently, minimising risks and hazards for all. In troubleshooting issues, I verify solution implementations and take immediate measures to control hazards and affected machinery until deficiencies or unsatisfactory conditions are corrected.I regularly review technical information from reference manuals, technical bulletins and computer-based systems. Embracing a team-oriented approach, I work towards meeting all daily safety, equipment reliability and maintenance compliance targets for each project.Effective communication is in my core, particularly when I provide technical information and reports to senior staff, team members and operations personnel. Additionally, I am part of the team responsible for ordering parts and equipment through BHP outlined procedures. In summary, my role involves servicing, diagnostics, fault finding, repairs and scheduled maintenance of company-owned mobile on-site diesel plant equipment. This involves both workshop-based duties and addressing infield breakdowns in the unique and challenging conditions of a major South Australian mining site, characterised by dry, dusty and hot environments.

Australia

As a member of the Royal Australian Navy, I received my first-class training as a diesel fitter on Navy bases in Victoria and Western Australia. My role was to primarily maintain and operate engineering machinery and systems, ensuring the ships remain fully operational and mission capable. In the interest of National Security is it essential that the Navy's maintenance teams ensure ships are kept in peak working order. As part of the Marine Technician - Propulsion specialist team I worked on and operated the engineering systems and conduct regular maintenance to ensure that engines, gas turbines, mechanical systems, propellers, gearboxes and steering systems remained fully functional and serviceable. During my time in the Navy, I qualified with a Certificate IV in Engineering – Fixed Mobile and Plant Mechanics. I have undertaken a vast number of maintenance projects on ships engines, propulsion systems and compressors. Many of my tasks included diagnostic and rectification of faults, testing and servicing of support equipment and the repair, refurbishment, installation and modification of essential systems components.I participated in planned preventative and corrective maintenance of ships' diesel propulsion machinery and associated systems, including main diesel engines, diesel generators, pumps, compressed air and hydraulic systems, fuel and oil systems, purifiers, heat exchangers, ships' boats and cranes and other ancillary equipment.In addition, this position required the ability to communicate at all levels, comply with Navy rules and policies, organise whole job activities, work collaboratively with other specialties, remain focused on safety and be deployment ready. I operated, monitored and maintained ships' propulsion machinery and associated equipment both on board ship and in workshop settings.I was proud to work daily, with the team to ensure that maintenance of multi-million-dollar government assets was completed on time and on budget.

Australia

Work as part of a team conducting security and surveillance tasks with the Army and other government agencies including Police and Customs. Provide logistical support to government Health organisations in remote communities as part of the Army Aboriginal Community Assistance Program, as well as assisting in emergency relief efforts and working in trade expos.

Australia

Roles in multiple sectors including within the Northern Territory Police Force, Security, Hospitality and Maintenance.

Diesel Fitter

Mechanical Trade

Education record

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), History